NBFIRA Evaluated Technical Bids Tender Results Botswana Internet Services

• NBFIRA announced results of technical bid evaluation for internet services and domain hosting.
• Successful bidders were invited to attend the financial bid opening on July 10, 2026.
• Public Procurement Act of 2021 governs tender evaluation process and contract formation.
• Results may impact existing arrangements for non-bank financial institutions in Botswana.

The successful bidders who passed the technical evaluation were invited to attend the financial bid opening at 10:00 hours on July 10, 2026, at the Exponential Building in Gaborone.

The Non-Bank Financial Institutions Regulatory Authority (NBFIRA) of Botswana has announced the results of its technical bid evaluation for internet services and domain hosting. The tender, marked as NBFIRA 008/2025-26, was issued to provide these essential services to non-bank financial institutions in the country. According to the notice, all bidders and the general public are informed about the evaluated technical bids, which can be found on a table accompanying the announcement.

The successful bidders who passed the technical evaluation were invited to attend the financial bid opening at 10:00 hours on July 10, 2026, at the Exponential Building in Gaborone. This event marked an important step towards contract formation and bid acceptance, as stipulated by the Public Procurement Act of 2021.

The tender evaluation process is governed by the Public Procurement Act of 2021, which outlines the rules for bid acceptance and contract formation. This legislation ensures transparency and fairness in public procurement processes, including those involving non-bank financial institutions like NBFIRA. The notice explicitly states that display of this announcement does not constitute a contract, emphasizing the importance of formal bid acceptance and contract signing.

The Public Procurement Act of 2021 serves as a crucial framework for all public procurement activities in Botswana, ensuring compliance with international best practices and national regulations.

For lawyers advising non-bank financial institutions in Botswana, the results of this tender evaluation are significant. The chosen internet services and domain hosting providers may impact their clients' operations, requiring adjustments to existing arrangements. Understanding these changes is crucial for legal professionals to provide informed counsel on how best to navigate the new landscape.

The successful bidders will be responsible for providing essential online infrastructure, including internet connectivity and domain management. This partnership will have a direct impact on the efficiency and security of financial transactions within the sector.

Lawyers advising non-bank financial institutions in Botswana should note the results of this tender evaluation, which may impact their internet services and domain hosting arrangements.

Source: Original reporting via NBFIRA